Planning appeal decision
49 Pembroke Road, Muswell Hill, London, N10 2HX
Planning appeal 3305639 at 49 Pembroke Road, Muswell Hill, London, N10 2HX (London Borough of Barnet) was allowed on 5 December 2022 by Inspector Down K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed roof terrace on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area.
a rear roof terrace with privacy screening following part demolition of rear sloping roof
- Authority
- London Borough of Barnet
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Down K
- Postcode
- N10 2HX
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed roof terrace on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area
What decided it
The proposed roof terrace would have no materially detrimental effect on the character or appearance of the host dwelling or surrounding area due to its inconspicuous position and discreet design, notwithstanding the limited conflict with the SPD guidance on flat roofs.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy DM01Policy CS5
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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